General Medicare Quiz

Anyone working in the healthcare field will likely come in contact with some aspects of the Medicare program. It is good to have a general knowledge of how the program works.

General Medicare Quiz

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This quiz will evaluate your knowledge of Medicare. There is one correct answer for each question and no time limit on this quiz.
Each correct answer is worth one point. Good luck.
Disclaimer - All answers are felt to be correct. However, if you disagree, please research the issue. Mistakes happen.
This quiz has been reviewed and approved by Health Information Professionals who serve as HITNOTS Reviewers.
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Question 1

How is Medicare's Hospital Value-Based Purchasing Program is funded?

A

The Hospital VBP Program is funded by payroll taxes.

B

The Hospital VBP Program is funded by property taxes.

C

The Hospital VBP Program is funded by Social Security.

D

The Hospital VBP Program is funded by a percentage withheld from participating hospitals’ Diagnosis-Related Group (DRG) payments.

Health care entities must meet these standards in order to participate in the Medicare program. These standards establish the health and safety foundation to improving quality and care given to Medicare beneficiaries.